The Archbishop in Andalusia

Totally enjoyable and absorbing! Lots of Spanish history presented in easily understood words that enrich the storyline. And, of course, the usual Greeley sense of humor.

I enjoyed all of Greeley's Blackie Ryan stories,for a number of years, and look forward to many more. I found the plot taking place in Spain as to the Chicago, a different approach which made the story more exciting. All I can say is keep on writing Father Greeley.

The story is super. The change in Father Blackie was a great surprise. I can't wait for the next story.

While this book, from the acclaimed Father Andrew Greeley, reads differently from many of the other Blacky Ryan novels, it is obvious that Greeley is in top form. Some readers may find the initial chapters slower going as it is the character devevlopment rather than plot that takes center stage. It doesn't take long, however, for Greeley to work his magic and bring the reader deeply into modern Spain. The cultural touhes and finely drawn characters meld with a deeply engrossing plot to create a novel on which it is worth spending the next few days.

Fr. Greeley doesn't disappoint at all in Blackie's first adventure as an Archbishop. The storyline is the predictable Greeley form, but for us Greeley fans, that's a comfortable fit! Fr. Greeley, through the Archbishop, shares wonderful insights into the Catholic church and human nature, as usual. The only thing a wee bit unusual is that this one will keep you more in suspense about what is going on in Chicago while the Archbishop is in Andalusia. I was thoroughly delighted!